COVID 19 Resources

Down Syndrome Ireland offers support and services to people with Down syndrome and their families throughout Ireland during the current pandemic.

COVID 19 Resources

Down Syndrome Ireland offers support and services to people with Down syndrome and their families throughout Ireland during the current pandemic.

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Our services and supports

Down Syndrome Ireland offers information, practical help and support. Most of all, we are a community of people who share the same journey.

See and Learn programme

See and Learn programme

See and Learn is an evidence based, structured teaching programme which teaches speech, language and reading skills in small steps…

Family support

Family support

If you are a parent or guardian of a child or adult with Down syndrome, we are here to help.

Local services and support

Local services and support

Down Syndrome Ireland has 26 branches nationwide. These branches are run almost exclusively by volunteer parents and provide children and…

Find your local branch

Down Syndrome Ireland has 25 branches nationwide. These branches are run almost exclusively by volunteer parents and provide children and adults with Down syndrome and their families with a wide range of vital services and social opportunities.

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Awareness & Lobbying

Lobbying for rights and supports is an important part of what we do. We campaign for the rights of people with Down syndrome and try to ensure that their voices are heard.

‘Please don’t leave us behind’ education campaign

Down Syndrome Ireland says children with Down syndrome being actively discriminated against during Leinster House appearances.

Personalised budgets for adults with Down syndrome

We want funding to be on an individual basis, so they can use the support in a way that is meaningful for them.

Latest From Down Syndrome Ireland

Featured Fundraising Event

DSI 21 Day Challenge 

Right now we’re all in lockdown but we are still allowed to exercise up to 5km from our homes. Why not join Irish rugby star and Down Syndrome Ireland Ambassador Conor Murray and get active for DSI by taking on our 21 Day Challenge and help raise money to support our work.

Events and Conferences

DSI 21 Day Challenge 

Latest News

Parents Homeschooling Children With Special Needs “Urgently Need Support”

22 Jan 2021

Disability and Family Carer groups call on Government and unions to re-engage on special education

20 Jan 2021

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